2004 Audi A3 vs. 2004 Citroen C4
To start off, both 2004 Audi A3 and 2004 Citroen C4 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C4 (108 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2004 Citroen C4.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Audi A3 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C4. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A3 | 2004 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A3 | C4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 148 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 82 mm |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |